Chapter 74
Author: Jay Chula
last update2024-06-04 23:53:59

“Are you surprised?” Jeffery asked, his gaze penetrating deep into Johns soul, a mischievous smile playing on his lips.

Jeffery turned to Gabriel and let out a chuckle. “He’s surprised,” he remarked, shaking his head in amusement.

John felt an instant chill sweep over him. How was this possible? Had Jeffery known about his plan all along?

His heart shattered into a million pieces, and his legs turned to jelly. Beads of sweat formed on his forehead, and his eyes grew red with emotion.

“How did you know?” John asked, his voice trembling slightly, though he tried to maintain a façade of boldness. Deep down, he knew he had been defeated, but he refused to show weakness.

“John Beckham, have you forgotten that we’ve been friends for many, many years, my dear friend?” Jeffery placed a reassuring hand on John’s shoulder. “I know you inside and out. I’ve studied your every move, which is how Stephanie and I were able to outmaneuver you time and time again. But you still have much to learn. You
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